Window Seat

Had my early morning flight today. As soon as I boarded the plane I put my handbag on the window seat and left for the washroom. I thought it would be harder to welcome when passengers sit on the middle and isle seat.

My handbag wasn't there when I came back.

A passenger called out,"Madam, are you looking for your bag? We've put it to the side. The baby wanted to sit in the window seat. "

I was stunned for a moment.

My handbag had important documents and personal luggage. I regretted losing the window seat, but someone moved my bag without my permission, I found it more disliked. I got disappointed and a little angry.

I gave no reaction though.

I asked for aisle seat peacefully and went and sat there. There was a light disappointment in the mind.

Been awhile since the plane flew and that little boy fell asleep.

He slept peacefully during the whole flight.

He woke up about fifteen minutes before landing. His mother lovingly rolled her hand into her hair and smiled.

Then she looked at me and said,

You know, he loved the window seat so much he moved your bag. But the whole flight he saw nothing outside. He just kept sleeping.

I spoke with a smile,

"Maybe he is too tired. "

The smile on moms face slowed down a little.

She said slowly, "he is not feeling well. "

I asked, "What has happened?" "

After a moment of silence she replied, Blood cancer. "

My throat is full of a sink.

The little disappointment I've been carrying in my mind for hours, how desperate it felt in the family.

I slowly put my hand on his shoulder.

She spoke forward,

"Now that's a lot better. Today we are finally returning back to our home after ten months of treatment at ABC Hospital. There was a time when we thought we might not even take her back home. But by the grace of God and the labour of doctors he is with us today. "

I looked at that baby.

The kid who unknowingly sat on my window seat, has been fighting for his life, not the view outside the plane window for the past several months.

The plane has landed.

My heart was heavy and grateful.

And then came the most beautiful lesson of this event.

His mother hesitantly asked before leaving the plane,

"I am sorry... Are you XYZ actress ? "

I spoke with a smile,

"Yes. "

Her face just glowed up with joy.

She started talking about my work, my songs etc etc.

For a few minutes she wasn't a worried mother drowned in hospital circles, reports and drugs.

She was just one happy woman.

A woman, who was laughing forgetting the burden of her sorrow for a while.

Then I asked,

Can I take a photo with you and your son?. "

Her smile just got wider.

"Absolutely. One in your phone and one in our phone. "

I understood a beautiful thing while taking a photo.

A few hours ago I thought I had left my window seat for a baby.

But maybe God planned something more beautiful.

Maybe that kid got the window seat.

Maybe his mother enjoyed a few moments.

And maybe I understood the true meaning of life.

Not insisting on being true.

Not stubbornness to win every argument.

Don't sit holding on to every little disappointment.

But first of all - to maintain humanity.

It doesn't cost to be kind.

It only takes a moment to show sympathy.

But for someone, who is carrying the load of invisible grief, that little loving treat of yours can become a lifetime of beautiful memory.

Today that kid took my window seat.. But unknowingly he gave me a clearer window to see life. ❤️ 

Crow & Humming Bird

One day, a young man sat beneath an old tree and asked his grandfather,

“Why do some people have many friends while others are avoided, even though both are intelligent and capable?”

The old man smiled and pointed toward two birds resting on different branches.

On the higher branch sat a crow. It was loud and restless. It cawed endlessly, startling the other birds. Whenever it grew irritated, it flapped its wings wildly, scattering feathers and silence alike. Soon, the smaller birds flew away, seeking peace elsewhere.

On a nearby flower hovered a hummingbird. It was tiny, almost fragile. It made no effort to draw attention to itself. Yet wherever it went, flowers seemed more beautiful, and people paused to admire its gentle grace.

The old man asked,

“Which bird would you rather become?”

The young man quickly answered,

“The hummingbird, of course.”

The old man nodded.

“Then remember this: life does not reward the loudest voice. It honors the gentlest spirit.”

He continued,

“Many people live like crows. They shout when they are angry, criticize when they are hurt, and believe power comes from being feared. They demand attention but wonder why people slowly distance themselves. They do not realize that a harsh tongue can empty a room faster than silence ever could.”

The young man looked down, remembering the times his anger had pushed people away.

The old man gently placed his hand on his shoulder.

“The hummingbird teaches a different lesson. It does not need to prove its worth. Its beauty lies not in its size, but in the peace it brings. In the same way, a calm and understanding person does not rush to speak. They listen. They think. They choose words that heal instead of wound.”

He paused and gazed at the horizon.

“You see, my son, people may forget your achievements, your wealth, or even your face. But they will never forget how your character made them feel.”

“Your words are the wings of your soul. If they carry anger, people will flee. If they carry kindness, people will find refuge in your presence.”

The young man watched as the crow flew away alone, while the hummingbird danced among the flowers.

And in that quiet moment, he understood:

We are not judged by how loudly we speak, but by how gently we touch the hearts of others.

For character is the invisible song we leave behind—and long after our voices fade, that song continues to echo in the lives we touched.

Failure

Success is rarely the result of motivation alone. Motivation is temporary. Some days you feel energized and enthusiastic, while on other days you may feel tired, discouraged, or uninspired. If your actions depend solely on motivation, your progress will be inconsistent. What truly sustains you is a strong sense of purpose

One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is the permission to make mistakes. Many people spend their lives fearing failure, avoiding risks, and hesitating to pursue their dreams because they are afraid of getting things wrong. Yet, every meaningful achievement in life is built upon a foundation of mistakes, lessons, and growth.

You are allowed to make mistakes because mistakes are not the opposite of success; they are part of the journey toward success. Every error teaches you something that no book, lecture, or piece of advice can teach. When you make a mistake, you gain experience. When you face failure, you discover areas where you can improve. Instead of regretting your failures, you can choose to view them as opportunities to learn how to become better tomorrow.

Failure does not define you. What defines you is how you respond to it. You can either allow a setback to discourage you, or you can use it as a stepping stone toward greater wisdom and strength. Every failure carries a valuable lesson hidden within it. When you learn to identify that lesson, failure becomes a teacher rather than an enemy.

Rather than dwelling on what went wrong, focus on what can be improved. Ask yourself: What can I do differently next time? How can I plan better? What systems can I put in place to prevent the same mistake from happening again? This mindset transforms disappointment into progress. You begin to realize that every challenge is preparing you for something greater.

Success is rarely the result of motivation alone. Motivation is temporary. It comes and goes, much like the weather. Some days you feel energized and enthusiastic, while on other days you may feel tired, discouraged, or uninspired. If your actions depend solely on motivation, your progress will be inconsistent.

What truly sustains you is a strong sense of purpose. Purpose gives direction to your life. It provides a reason to keep moving forward even when motivation fades. When you know why you are doing something, you become more resilient in the face of obstacles. A meaningful purpose enables you to remain committed despite difficulties, distractions, and setbacks.

You do not need to wake up every morning feeling motivated. You need to wake up knowing what matters to you and why it matters. Purpose creates discipline. It helps you continue your journey even on the days when enthusiasm is absent. A meaningful life is not built on occasional bursts of inspiration but on consistent actions guided by a clear sense of direction.

The most successful and fulfilled people are not those who never fail. They are the ones who embrace failure as part of learning. They understand that mistakes are inevitable, but growth is optional. They choose growth. They choose reflection over regret, improvement over excuses, and perseverance over surrender.

As you move through life, remember that perfection is not the goal. Progress is. You are allowed to make mistakes. You are allowed to fail. You are allowed to learn, adapt, and begin again. Every setback can become a setup for a comeback if you are willing to learn from it.

So, stop fearing mistakes. Stop waiting for constant motivation. Instead, cultivate a deeper purpose and a stronger commitment to growth. When you do, failures will no longer seem like dead ends. They will become valuable milestones on your journey toward becoming the best version of yourself.